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Derivatives exit looms for IRCTC as NSE plans F&O removal
NSE will remove IRCTC from the F&O segment from February 25, 2026, forcing traders to exit derivatives and shifting all activity to the cash equity market.
Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is set to be removed from the NSE’s futures and options (F&O) segment effective February 25, 2026, marking a significant change for one of the most widely traded PSU stocks in derivatives. Following this decision, no new monthly or quarterly F&O contracts will be introduced, and all existing derivative positions will be gradually phased out after expiry. Once excluded, IRCTC will trade only in the cash equity segment, eliminating leveraged trading opportunities for derivatives traders.